Impulsive and compulsive behaviour in Parkinson’s monitoring and information tool What is impulsive and compulsive behaviour?
Impulsive and compulsive behaviour is when a person can’t resist the temptation to carry out certain activities. Some Parkinson’s medication can increase the risk of this kind of behaviour, which can have a big impact on the person affected and those around them. This behaviour can include addictive gambling, eating and shopping, or an increase in sexual thoughts and feelings. You can find out more about this in the Impulsive and compulsive behaviour in Parkinson’s information sheet from Parkinson’s UK. If someone with Parkinson’s experiences any behaviour changes, or any form of impulsive or compulsive behaviour, this should be discussed with the specialist, Parkinson’s disease nurse specialist or GP as soon as possible. It is important to discuss impulsive and compulsive behaviour at every appointment. This tool is for use during discussions between a healthcare professional and a person with Parkinson’s. Type of Parkinson’s medication prescribed ............................................................................................................................................ We have discussed the following possible side effects before starting medication/while monitoring treatment (delete as applicable): Gambling
Yes No
Eating
Yes No
Internet use
Yes No
Shopping
Yes No
Sex drive or change in sexual behaviour Yes No
Repetitive activity/punding
Yes No
Is there a personal history of any of the above?.................................................................................................................................... Is there a personal history of drug or alcohol misuse?......................................................................................................................... Is there a family history of any of the above?.......................................................................................................................................... Have the potential side effects been discussed with close friend, relative or partner? Yes No Did this person attend the appointment with the patient? Yes No Does the patient have a copy of the Impulsive and compulsive behaviour in Parkinson’s information sheet? Yes No Patient name............................................................................... I understand that if I have any concern regarding any of these issues I have been advised to raise them with my Parkinson’s specialist Yes No . I consent to this form being copied Yes No Signed............................................................................................. Date.................................................................. Parkinson’s disease nurse specialist/Specialist – print name................................................................................................... Signed..................................................................................................................Date......................................................................................... Copy one to patient, one to GP and one to medical notes (patient must give consent to copy). For further information please email
[email protected], visit parkinsons.org.uk or call 0808 800 0303. Any of these issues can be discussed confidentially with your specialist or Parkinson’s disease nurse specialist, or by calling the Parkinson’s UK helpline on 0808 800 0303, Monday–Friday 9am–8pm (except Bank Holidays), Saturday 10am–2pm (calls are free from UK landlines and some mobile networks). The following information resources are available to download from the Parkinson’s UK website at parkinsons.org.uk •Impulsive and compulsive behaviour and Parkinson’s •Drug treatments for Parkinson’s © Parkinson’s UK, June 2012. Parkinson’s UK is the operating name of the Parkinson’s Disease Society of the United Kingdom. A charity registered in England and Wales (258197) and in Scotland (SC037554).
